Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is Washington's largest state agency. In any given month, DSHS provides some type of shelter, care, protection and/or support to 2.2 million of our state's 6.8 million people.

DSHS is divided into six direct service administrations and two support administrations. Across DSHS we have a single mission: to transform lives.

The Department of Social and Health Services' goal and commitment are to be a national leader in every aspect of client service. Below you will find further information about our commitment and a snapshot of where we stand as a state -- Governor, Legislature and Department -- in meeting those goals. You will also find links to each Administration's Strategic Plan, Progress and Metrics.

Aging and Long-Term Support:

Behavioral Health:

COMMITMENT

Be the national leader in: Providing successful mental health services in state psychiatric hospitals and community settings and successful chemical dependency inpatient and outpatient treatment, recovery and prevention services.